BIRMINGHAM, 24 August 2026 — Debrett's has advised the shareholders of Forge Care Limited, a specialist provider of trauma-informed residential care for children based in the West Midlands, on the sale of a majority stake in the business to Endurance Capital.
Forge Care was founded by the Miller family and latterly supported by an equity investment from Future Planet Capital, Forge Care has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality therapeutic residential care through its purpose-built campus, The Forge, in Warwickshire. The site comprises four Ofsted-registered children's homes, providing up to 24 placements supported by integrated therapeutic services.
The investment marks an important milestone in Forge Care's development, providing additional capital to support the next phase of growth, including the roll out and development of more homes. Gavin and Ryan Miller will continue to play key leadership roles alongside Managing Director Adam Wells, ensuring continuity for colleagues, local authority partners and the children in the company's care.
Gavin Miller, Director of Forge Care, said:
"Since we began building The Forge, our ambition has always been to create an environment where vulnerable children receive the highest standard of therapeutic care and support. We are incredibly proud of what the team has achieved, and Endurance Capital shares our long-term commitment to that vision. We are excited about the opportunities this partnership creates for the future and would like to thank the Debrett's Advisory team for their guidance and dedication throughout the transaction."
Martin Poole, Partner at Debrett's, said:
"Forge Care has built an outstanding reputation in a highly specialised and important area of the care sector. The business combines exceptional outcomes with a scalable operating model, making it an attractive investment opportunity. The Forge is an outstanding purpose-built facility, designed to deliver premium-quality properties and services for vulnerable children. We are delighted to have advised the shareholders on a transaction that delivers succession for the founding family while providing the investment required to support Forge Care's next stage of growth."
The Debrett's corporate finance advisory team was led by Partner Martin Poole, supported by Harveer Gill, Senior Principal, and Seb Rowlands, Executive.
Legal advice to the shareholders was provided by Higgs LLP, with tax advice from Edwards. The transaction was supported by debt funding from Rand Merchant Bank, the corporate and investment division of the FirstRand Group
Advisers to Endurance Capital included Browne Jacobson (legal), Alantra (Corporate Finance), Connell Consulting (commercial due diligence), Moore Kingston Smith (tax due diligence) and financial due diligence undertaken by Cooper Parry. Eversheds Sutherland advised lender Rand Merchant Bank.
About Forge Care
Forge Care is a specialist provider of trauma-informed residential care for children and young people aged 6–18. Founded by the Miller family, the business operates The Forge, a purpose-built therapeutic community in North Warwickshire comprising four Ofsted-registered children's homes. Forge Care works in partnership with local authorities across the UK to deliver high-quality residential care supported by integrated therapeutic services.
About Debrett's
Debrett's advises entrepreneurs, founder-led businesses, management teams and investors on company sales, acquisitions, management buyouts, growth capital and debt advisory. Combining Debrett's heritage with modern corporate finance expertise, the team delivers senior-led advice to clients across the UK.
